‘Amazon Prime Day saved me £90 on beauty last year – this year I’ve saved even more’

The six products beauty editor Laura Mulley buys on repeat, and how much she’ll save by adding them to her shopping basket this Amazon Prime Day – with bigger savings than last year

As a beauty editor I’m lucky enough to get sent lots of products to test out and review, but there are some beauty staples that I use and buy over and over again, and with Amazon Prime Day currently underway – plus sales on at other retailers – I’ll be shopping now to save me as much money as possible.

There are hundreds of amazing beauty deals on offer this week from big-name brands including Medik8, ghd and The Ordinary. This makes it an excellent time to stock up on some old (or new) favourites, while saving yourself money while doing so.

Here’s what I’ve already got in my shopping basket, and how much I’ll be saving by clicking through to the checkout today – including some that are cheaper now that the last Amazon Prime Day back in October…

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Best Amazon Prime Day 2025 beauty deals

Medik8 Crystal Retinal 3

Was £49, now £39.20 – SAVE £9.80

Price last Amazon Prime Day: £39.20

All strengths of Medik8 Crystal Retinal are currently reduced on Amazon, making them cheaper than at other retailers including Sephora, LookFantastic and Medik8’s own website. The exact discount amount varies between the strengths – ranging from 20%-24% off – with the exact one I currently use (Crystal Retinal 3, a good starting point for skin that’s not too sensitive) down from £49 to £39.20. It makes my skin look clearer, brighter and more plump – and I’ll definitely be stocking up.

Maybelline New York Lash Sensational Sky High Mascara

Was £12.99, now £5.99 – SAVE £7

Price last Amazon Prime Day: £5.99

A viral hit for a good reason, I don’t know many beauty editors who don’t love this Maybelline mascara – it lengthens, lifts, separates and, most importantly for me, doesn’t flake or smudge all day long.

It’s one of the very best affordable mascaras, IMO – and now even more so, as it’s on sale. A great little extra to add to your Amazon basket if you’re doing a big shop.

COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence

Was £23.99, now £11.50 – SAVE £12.49

Price last Amazon Prime Day: £12.15

This unusual serum first went viral during lockdown, and has since continued to be a huge hit ever since. I’m actually still yet to try it, having a cupboard full of serums and essences to get through first, but after seeing beauty influencer Jamie Genevieve recently rave about it and the dewy look it gives to skin, I’ve added it to my basket today now that it’s better than half price on Amazon (and cheaper than the last sale), down from £23.99 to £11.50.

Pureology Hydrate Moisturising Shampoo and Conditioner Duo Set

Was £45.90, now £36.28 – SAVE £9.62

Price last Amazon Prime Day: £37

When I saw Was £45.55, now £37 – SAVE £8.55 pop up on Amazon’s Prime Day Deals page, I added it to my basket immediately; I haven’t used it for a while but I was instantly reminded just how good this shampoo and conditioner is, giving me the perfect balance between detangling hydration and a clean, lightweight feel.

You can buy the shampoos and conditioners individually too, also all currently on sale.

Remington Shine Therapy Hair Straightener

Was £79.99, now £19.66 – SAVE £60.33

Price last Amazon Prime Day: £26.99

OK, so a pair of straighteners isn’t a regular buy, but if you’re looking for a new pair I’ve tried these Remington ones out after seeing how popular they were last Prime Day – and for the price (under £20!), I’m really impressed. They glide smoothly over the hair with no dragging or snagging, and don’t need more than a couple of passes over each section to leave it straight, swishy and shiny. They eliminate any frizz, without leaving strands feeling sizzled or too hot. Definitely worth checking out.

Drunk Elephant Lay It On The Lines Set

Was £48, now £24 – SAVE £24

And it’s not just Amazon that’s running big sales this week – Boots is having its own Big Summer Sale, with thousands of items reduced in price.

I’m a sucker for a miniature product so this five-piece set of Drunk Elephant hero products, now half price, immediately caught my eye. It’ll be perfect for my summer travels.